Cooling in MH
Mar 07, 2024![](https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/2147545446/images/4b6fc2-c382-1ac2-fb0f-f6084d1626_4-2.png)
During a Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) emergency, you can see a rapid increase in temperature of 0.5โ every 15 minutes! ๐ค๐ฅ
Here is our guide to cooling during MH:
At 41.5โ and above we begin to see cell death, which is why cooling is a key clinical priority after dantrolene administration. Active cooling has been associated with greater patient outcomes than dantrolene administration alone.
Targets ๐ฏ
๐ Commence cooling if above 38.5โ
๐ Cease cooling at 38โ
Methods ๐งช
๐ Reduce ambient temperature
๐ Retrieve 2L of IV Saline from fridge
๐ Expose patient
๐ Place ice bags to all exposed body parts
Keep an eye out for our other Concept Series Articles on Malignant Hyperthermia and check out our catalogue of Advanced Anaesthesia Live Series recordings. Instant and lifetime access for members! ๐โ
Build knowledge โ
Improve safety โ
Ref: https://malignanthyperthermia.org.au/mh-for-anaesthetists/